Support Worker

Endeavour Foundation; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑the

Entertainment benefits: up to $2,650

Employee Assistance Program

Training opportunities

Discounts on health/private plans

Paid Parental Leave

Reward and Recognition Program

Free flu vaccinations

Job summary

Endeavour Foundation in Innisfail, Qld is seeking experienced Disability Support Workers to join our SIL homes. You will support people with disabilities to live as independently as possible, with duties including daily living assistance, personal care, and community engagement.

We value empathy, reliability and strong interpersonal skills. A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous, and flexibility to work mornings, evenings, nights and weekends is preferred.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous.
• Experience in SIL environments or with complex disabilities is valued.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including mornings, evenings, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Help people achieve NDIs goals and develop daily living skills.
• Assist with personal care and meal planning as needed.
• Support community connections through outings and social activities.
• Provide daily activity support and encourage independence.
• Maintain respectful relationships with family, friends and services.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Join #Teampossible!

We are seeking experienced and passionate Disability Support Workers with excellent availability to join our dedicated team in Innisfail, Qld. If you have a genuine commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of people with disabilities, and are flexible to work various shifts, including mornings, afternoons, overnights and weekends, we would love to hear from you!

• What benefits can Endeavour offer you?


• Salary Packaging Benefits: Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax-free, increasing your take-home pay.


• Entertainment Benefits: Use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income for entertainment expenses, such as meals and holiday accommodation.


• Employee Assistance Program: Access to a free and confidential counselling service for you and your family members.


• Wide range of training opportunities to help you grow professionally and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.


• Additional Benefits: Discounts on corporate private health insurance plans, whitegoods, and appliances; Paid Parental Leave; Reward and Recognition Program; and Free flu vaccinations.

Highlighting The Importance Of This Role

Working within our SIL (Supported Independant Living) homes, you will provide support, assisting people with disabilities to live as independently as possible, whether they have complex needs or just need some additional support at home. No two days will be the same - you may hear that phrase a lot but here at Endeavour Foundation, you will see it in action!

Other Key Duties Will Include

• Helping people to achieve their NDIS goals by developing important daily skills such as housekeeping, personal care, social skills and budgeting.


• Assisting with aspects of personal care where required to meet the individual needs of the people we support.


• Supporting with meal planning, cooking, light cleaning and facilitating community connection by socialising and going on outings.


• Providing support during daily activities such as going for a walk, going to the movies or accompanying to an appointment.


• Helping the people we support to maintain a connection to their family, friends, and services.

What You Can Bring To The Team

Your experience, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills will be invaluable in providing high-quality support and fostering independence for our clients.

We Also Require

• A Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is advantageous.


• Previous experience working in a SIL environment or supporting people with complex disabilities will be highly regarded.


• Flexibility to work various shifts including days, evening, early morning, weekends and sleepovers (penalty rates apply).


• The capacity to meet the physical requirements as some manual handling tasks may be involved.


• Commitment to privacy and confidentiality.


• Good computer skills and experience using Word, Excel and Outlook.


• Hold or be willing to obtain a Working with Children Check (Blue Card), NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card), First Aid, CPR, National Criminal History Check (Fit2Work), and an open Driver's License with comprehensive insurance on your vehicle.

Endeavour Foundation support people with disabilities to live, learn, work and flourish according to their own interests and priorities. We are people working together, making possibilities a reality for people with a disability, and for people seeking employment, education and training opportunities.

We focus on ability, on dreams, goals and potential.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Endeavour Foundation encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant's needs.